Timesys Vigiles
Vulnerability Monitoring and Management Service.
Overview
Timesys Vigiles is a security vulnerability monitoring and management service specifically tailored for embedded systems, particularly those built with Yocto, Buildroot, or other custom Linux distributions. It provides Software Composition Analysis (SCA) to identify open-source components, generate a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), and continuously monitor for Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) that affect the specific product build. Vigiles helps developers build and maintain secure embedded products throughout their lifecycle.
✨ Key Features
- Vulnerability Monitoring for Embedded Linux
- Software Composition Analysis (SCA)
- SBOM Generation and Management (SPDX, CycloneDX)
- CVE Filtering and Prioritization
- Patch Notification and Management
- Collaboration and Triage Tools
- Compliance Support (NTIA, FDA)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep specialization in the embedded Linux ecosystem (Yocto, Buildroot).
- Curated vulnerability database that reduces false positives for embedded systems.
- Focus on the entire lifecycle, from development to long-term maintenance.
Unique Value: Saves embedded development teams significant time and effort by automating the complex and manual process of tracking CVEs and security patches for their specific open-source software stack.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Vulnerability management for Yocto-based embedded systems.
- SBOM generation for medical devices.
- Continuous security monitoring for industrial IoT gateways.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Securing proprietary, non-Linux-based firmware.
- Organizations focused on network-level threat detection rather than software composition.
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike general-purpose SCA tools, Vigiles is optimized for the embedded Linux workflow, providing more accurate results and actionable intelligence with less noise for this specific environment.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: Basic SBOM upload and CVE report for one manifest.
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